Susan's Review Of Just Say Yes, Can't Say No & Don't Say Maybe By Cindy Kirk-- Silver Creek Series Books 1-3

Cindy Kirk's Silver Creek series is fantastic! I loved the tie in to the author's Good Hope series. The engaging characters, the sizzling romance and the family drama kept me reading.

Just Say Yes
Britt Appleton in Colorado, staying in the new Silver Creek complex, trying to meet Denver’s Most Eligible Bachelor before her job interview but having no luck. At least she’s made two new friends since arriving in the Mile-High City; JR’s grandmother and a construction worker, Amos Lee. The scruffily-sexy carpenter couldn’t be more different than the clean-cut JR, but Britt finds herself falling head over heels in love.
Review
Just Say Yes is an engaging, character driven contemporary novel by Cindy Kirk. Brittany Appleton and JR Driskill appeared in the author’s Bachelor Games in Good Hope which featured Britt’s sister Bea. Although they were in town at the same time the couple never crossed paths in Good Hope. Britt makes a bold move by using JR as a reference when she applies for a social media position in one of his family’s businesses. I found this piece of the storyline enjoyable and engaging—I had to see how it played out.
Britt arrives in Denver for a job interview only to learn that the meeting has been postponed. She’s between jobs and is counting on winning the position with the Colorado Grizzlies football team. Britt meets Amos Lee and they have an instant connection; Britt is drawn to the intelligent sexy carpenter and Amos is wowed by Britt’s positive go getter attitude and generous spirit. I loved, loved the chemistry between Britt and Amos.
I love Cindy Kirk’s voice—she blends family, romance with real life situations. Just Say Yes is perfectly paced and the plot conflict is relatable and draws the reader into the story. The novel had the perfect amount of romance and unexpected plot twists to keep me intrigued.


Can’t Say No
Having secured a position as social media specialist for the Colorado Grizzlies--the football team owned by the Driskills—Britt is determined to prove her worth. Worried her ties to JR might cause her boss, JR’s sister, Nyla, to dismiss her abilities, she asks JR to keep their relationship private.

JR wants to support Britt and agrees to her request. But keeping their growing love under-wraps is easier said than done. When their relationship is splashed across gossip sites, Britt’s reputation takes a hit.

Review

Can’t Say No is the second book in Cindy Kirk’s Silver Creek series. The complex family relationships, the compelling drama and the multi-faceted characters intrigued me.
Cindy Kirk has created the perfect balance between emotional, passionate romance and family drama in this novel. The romance between Britt and JR and the sensual relationship between Nyla and Deron drew me into the story. Britt and JR’s relationship is tested several times during the story. Nyla holds herself to a high professional standard—so high that her decisions impact members of her family and the family business. Each couple had secrets—secrets that when revealed will shake the Driskill family personally and professionally. Can’t Say No is a well written contemporary novel. Family relationships between siblings, parents and grandparents are explored. Cindy Kirk wowed me with the storyline, superb dialogue and the many surprising plot twists.
If you are looking for a well plotted contemporary romance, pick up a copy of Can’t Say No!

Don't Say Maybe

Deron has been in love with Nyla since they were seventeen, stealing glances in the hallways of their high school. Running across her in Paris, far from family and prying eyes, was his hoped-for miracle. He knows they could be so good together, if she would just give him a chance.
While they agreed what happened in Paris must end there, the feelings that have grown between them can’t be denied. When the truth is revealed, both will be tested on how far they are willing to go for love.
Review
Don’t Say Maybe is a steamy contemporary novel filled with secrets and family drama. The third book in Cindy Kirk’s Silver Creek series features Nyla Driskill and Deron Flock. The intensity of their secret romance surprised and intrigued me.
Deron asks Nyla to take over a mentoring a group of recent college graduates. I was not sure if Nyla was up to the challenge of counselling and guiding the group through the job search. Nyla lived and breathed her job and often put it before her family. During each meeting, Nyla offered suggestions, solved issues and provided support.
The program enables the author to showcase the positives of Nyla’s business experiences. Deron attends the meetings as an observer and Nyla appreciates his support—this strengthens their relationship. The real benefit of the mentorship group—Nyla is provided with the opportunity to reassess her own life.
Cindy Kirk engages the reader with the forbidden romance aspect of the novel. Deron and Nyla decide to keep their relationship a secret because of the long standing, bitter feud between their families. I loved that the couple was given an opportunity to explore their relationship away from family and work pressures. Don’t Say Maybe is filled with dynamic characters, superb dialogue and a passionate romance.
Deron and Nyla’s off the charts romance drew me into the story but, the well plotted storyline kept me turning the pages to its satisfying conclusion!

Reviewed by Susan Gorman

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